# Inside EtherFi: Growing a Neobank with Mike Silagadze

> EtherFi has been one of the fastest-growing neobanks for both crypto natives and retail users.

- Source: https://castlelabs.io/research/inside-etherfi-growing-a-neobank-0fe
- Published: 2026-09-18
- Authors: Castle Labs
- Topics: DeFi, Markets
- Publisher: Castle Labs (https://castlelabs.io)

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EtherFi has been one of the fastest-growing neobanks for both crypto natives and retail users. 

We sit down with Mike and learn more about his experience, what led to start EtherFi, their pivot, and current growth strategy.